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WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1982, PAGE 19 COMING EVENTS CALENDAR OUTREACH St. John's Anglican Church, Victoria and Brock Streets, will hold a special Outreach Weekend on March 6 and7. The weekend will feature displays on many of the projects that St. John's sponsors throughout the world. The doors will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 6 and from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on March 7. For more information call 668-3771 or 668-1822. KIDNEY DANCE A country and west- ern dance will be held on February 27 at 9 p.m. in the Newcastle Com- munity Hall, Newcastle Village, in support of the Kidney. Foundation of Canada. Music will be provid- ed by Cindy Lane and Wild Country. Tickets are $5 each at the door. INFO NIGHT The Whitby French Immersion Association will hold an information night at R.A. Hutchison Public School on March 9 at 7:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Bob Abrey, french consultant for the Durham Board of Education. For more information call Nancy Alder at 668- 8601 or Viki Fudge at 668-8289. Between You and Me By RUTH COLES Spring - an experience in immortality. Henry David Thoreau. (1817-1862) At this time of the year when spring is just around the corner I often wonder how many people from Whitby visit Charleston, South Carolina or how imany bypass this beâutiful old city. My memories go back well over 50 years and the charm and wonder still remain. The old world at- mosphere, the beautiful buildings, the masses of flowers especially the azaleas which' defy descrip- tion, walls of them, many of great height, others. small bushes of almost every hue. Splendid and mighty oaks, magnolia, mimosa, wisteria and oleanders make an impression not easily forgotten. To have lunch under an arbour of trailing wisteria almost takes your breath away. One thousand miles from Toronto, a lovely drive for two days especially on the eastern route. Past Washington, another lovely place to visit, very beautiful in certain parts especially ,at blossom time. On through Virginia and North Carolina where a lot of southerners spend their summers. King Charles Il of England rewarded several loyal friends by making them Lords Proprietors of Carolina in 1663. Around 1670, the settlers who had been sent to establish a colony renamed the settle- mentCharles Town in honor of the king. Charles Town with its deep harbour became a very busy seaport. The ships sailed out heavily laden with deer skins and other pelts, hemp, lum- ber, rice and cotton to other parts of the world. On their return they carried luxuries and staples from Europe and other places which helped to make this city very cosmopolitan. Historically, Charleston is well known and has been a foremost city in preserving a sense of history. Cultural affairs, drama and music were always important and artists, authors, scientists and statemen left their mark on this city. Devast- ated in the past by dreadful fires, hurricanes and wars, the city always came back to rise again as a prosperous place. Fortunately many of the old buildings escaped destruction and stand to this day. The buildings I loved as a child are still there, well kept. Some of which were run down have been restored to their original beauty. One house looks as if it is made of marble blocks but in reality it is made of hand cut, finely polished wood. The people of Charleston saw in the houses of their fathers some pricelss and irreplaceable values. In Charleston, the preservation movement began in the 1920's with the dedicated program of the Society for the Preservation of Old Dwellings. What followed has been adopted by other cities across the nation. In Canada, it seems we have just started to realize what a priceless heritage we have. We are certainly babes in the woods by comparison but in years to come our country will be old too with a few hundred years behind us. Probably called the Historic Charleston Founda- tion and now the results of this great effort are won- derful. The city has become a gem with it seems a great deal of importance being given to any effort to keep and preserve the magnificent architecture of the city. PRAYER Services honoring the World Day of Prayer will be held on March 5 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at All Saints'. Anglican Chur- ch. The service was com- posed by the women of both northern and south- ern Ireland who met at a Christian Renewal Cen- tre on the border bet- ween these troubled countries. Refreshments will be* served after each ser- vice. A babysitting ser- vice will also be avail- able for the afternoon service. LENT The Whitby Minister- ial Association will again present its Wed- nesday Noons in Lent program at All Saints' Anglican Church, 300 Dundas Street West. The program will begin at 12 noon with a 12:30 p.m. luncheon which costs $1.25. On March 3, the Rev. Dr. A.N. Banks will speak on "Priorities and Procrastination." The program will con- tinue every Wednesday until April 7. STAMP SHOW The Ajax Philatelic Society will hold a Stamp Show on February 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Andrews' School, Exeter Road, Ajax. For years there has been a very well marked walking tour in the centre core. As you wander about you go back in time, a sense of history, the .past of this lovely place almost overwhelms you. One open house is where Abraham Lincoln spent some time. Shining, wide planked floors laid with pegs and stairways done in the same manner are everywhere. During the summer plantation owners moved into the city proper to avoid the yellow fever, malaria and other diseases which plagued the countryside in hot weather. Each home has a story associated with it and at this time many are owned by descen- dants of the people who built the original buildings. Charleston was well known for its industry, furni- ture making, iron work and silver. The homes reflect these trades, filled with old world charm, magnificent furniture, beautiful china, a' great deal of it brought fron England and gorgeous silver and, of course, crystal. In such an atmosphere, the Charlestonians reflect their heritage, their old world charm, their gra- ciousness and good breeding. Many tall, narrow or "thin" houses and the double house, square in design with four main rooms and a wide hallway on each floor. Also the single house of the early 1700's, one room wide. Por- ches and piazzas, both planned to catch any breeze during the hot weather. Beautiful doorways with highly polished fittings from that day to this! Gar- dens beautiful and lovely, generally protected by walls with much iron grillwork in evidence. A bench on many porches probably called a cour- ting bench. I cannot remember the proper name but I remember the design which left little comfort to do any amount of cuddling. Southern food always a delight, sea food a special- ty, hominy, red rice and okra soup. Their food is compatible with their gracious way of life, delicious and inviting, a treat in itself. I have found that this city appeals to children and this could mean they, too, have a sense of history. My grandchildren suggested the last time we were in Florida that we should go only to.this city and stay rather than going to warmer weather. The harbour is a special place of interest to young and old alike. A boat trip with well informed guides who tell you about various battles fought in these waters many years ago. War ships, submarines and minesweepers all lay at berth at this naval base. Not far from the city are the gardens, the plan- tations, those natural and beautiful places. My favourite is the Cypress Gardens with walkways bordered by flowers which lead to a lake made many, many years ago by damming cypress swam- ps. Once at the lake there are boats and paddlers and you can be paddled through the black water, the shores a mass of thousands of azaleas, most of them very tall which reflect in the water. To me the most glorious sight, a heaven of tranquility. All the other gardens have their own special charm and are also worth visiting, The perfect time to visit varies, of course, with the weather and this year the blooms may be a bit late. BRIAN DEEGAN DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC HARWOOD AVENUE SOUTH AJAX,;ONTARIO' 683-6074 There will be door prizes and refresh- ments. Free admission. EXERCISE The Cardiac Rehabili- tation Organization will be starting new exercise classes on March 1 for persons who have suf- fered a heart attack, pre or post bi-pass surgery, hypertension or angina. for more information call Cathie Hurst at 725- 8502. DANCE The Cardiac Rehabili- tation Organization will be holding their 12th an- nual dinner and dance at the Heydenshore Pavilion on Saturday, March 6. Live music will be provided by Roman and his Orchestra. Tickets are $15 per person and can be ob- tained by calling Harry Dyas at 728-0912. ONE PARENT MEETINGS The next meeting of the Oshawa Chapter of the One Parent Fami- lies Association of Canada will be held March 2 at 8:30 p.m. at the Lake Vista Club- house, Emerald Ave., Oshawa. This will be a general meeting. The next meeting of the 'association's North Oshawa Chapter will be held on March 3 at 8 p.m. at Christ Memorial Chprch, Mary and Hill- croft Streets, Oshawa. This will also be a general meeting. - For more information call the association's Durham District Office at 723-0286. ROLLER-THON The local Multiple Sclerosis society will be holding a roller-thon at Wheelies on March 14 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Both sponsors and skaters are needed to participate in this first- ever fund raising event being held by the local society. Al money raised will be used to assist MS patients throughout Durham Region. The event will feature many prizes including a top prize of a 10-speed bicycle. In an effort to cover their costs, the society is also seeking a minimum pledge of $10. For more information call Ken Thoms at 668- 7914 or the MS answer- ing service at 579-7727. MEETING An organization meet- ing to form a local geneological society will be held at the Whitby Public Library on Mar- ch 2at 7 p.m. For more information call Gail McIntosh at RED CROSS The annual meeting of the Whitby Branch of the Canadian Red Cross Society will be held on ýMarch 1 from 8 to 10 p.m. in the Gold Room of the Centennial Build- ing, Centre Street South. Featured at the meet- ing will be Larry Emer- son and the new CBC film "Free Dives" which concerns the teaching of swimming to the disabled. Ann Koke, the bran- ch's water safety chair- man will outline the new Red Cross swim pro- gram. Tor more information call 668-2741. * ANNOUNCEMENTS *RECEPTION CARDS INVITATIONS THANK YOU CARDS PRINTING AND OFFIESPLIES 218 HARWOOD AVE. S., AJAX SHOPPING PLAZA TELEPHONE:A683-1968 A COMPLETE SERVICE ON TRANSMISSION, DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVE LINES ED CERANOWICZ PHONE 668-0737 132 BROCK ST. NORTH, WHITBY, ONTARIO L1N 4H4 THE CORPORATION OF THETOWNOFWHITBY - PROCLAMATION SCOUT WEEK TAKE NOTICE that February 21 to February 28, 1982, is hereby proclaimed as "Scout Week" in and for the Town of Whitby. Boy Scouts of Canada are celebrating their Seven- tý-fifth Anniversary In 1982. DATED at Whitby, February, 1982. Ontario, this 24th day of R.A. Attersley, Mayor, Town of Whitby FLORIDA VACATION Club International will guarantee you and your family, every year for the rest of your life, fun in the sun at a beautiful resort hotel with a fully equipped kitchen in each suite. All for a ONE TIME ONLY COST OF $1,250! Bank financing available. Call collect 416.482-6447 Club International 10 a.m. -9 p.m. daily Roman Cathollc Churches HOLY FAMILY ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST Saturday Masses at St. Paul's School 903 Giffard St. 668-3676 200 Garrard Rd. Sunqay Masses at Anderson Collegiate, 400 Anderson St. MASSES (ust above Dundas St.) 576-2098 Saturday, 7 p.m. MASSES Sunday, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m. Saturday, 7 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:15 a.m. "Know that I am with you always; yes to the end of timo."